Vehilce hire specialists Northgate has provided the following information about proposed changes to Ultra Low Emission Zones (ULEZ) in the very near future. 2019 has been signposted as the year that things will change drastically.

What is the ULEZ?

The ULEZ will be designated areas in which buses, cars, coaches, heavy goods vehicles, minibuses, motorcycles and vans must meet previously-agreed exhaust emission standards or pay a daily charge to travel within it.

Where does the ULEZ cover?

London’s ULEZ will operate within the same area that the city’s current Congestion Charging Zone (CCZ) is in force.

While there will be no barriers or toll booths in place to enforce the ULEZ, there will be cameras and the usual technology applies. Photos of registration plates and then a computer compares them with a database.

Does the ULEZ have any discounts or exemptions?

There are always exceptions to the rule and there is a list available showing those vehicles that will be exempt.

Agricultural vehicles.

Certain types of mobile cranes.

Military vehicles.

Non-road going vehicles which can drive on a highway (excavators, for instance).

Vehicles manufactured before January 1st 1973.

Residents living within the ULEZ and that carry disabled passengers will be given a 3 year grace period to change to a more suitable and conforming vehicle.

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